Governor Beshear reports 2,000 cases, 29 deaths; state’s positivity is down to 6.89%
Gov. Andy Beshear announced nearly 2,000 cases of COVID-19, but said the state’s positivity rate has decreased to 6.89%. “Overall,…
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Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles to kick of winter agriculture conference February 22
As much of the nation begins to thaws from wintry weather next week, Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles will…
Covington funds seven neighborhood projects; beautification includes banners, benches, more
Seven more neighborhood groups will receive funding from the City of Covington for small improvement projects ranging from park benches…
Covington commission hears first reading on MS4 fees, re-enters into swim contract for pool season
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Covington Commissioners met for their regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday night, held virtually because of COVID-19….
Bromley-Crescent Springs Road (KY 2373) to be closed to through traffic for one month
KY 2373 (Bromley-Crescent Springs Road) will be closed to through traffic for one month starting Monday, February 22 and last…
City of Erlanger Police promote Kim Klare as district’s first female lieutenant
The first female officer ever hired by the Erlanger Police Department is now the first female Lieutenant in the department’s…
Legislative offices are closed until Wednesday due to weather; Thursday last day to file bills
Due to forecasts of a winter storm, the Kentucky Senate and House of Representatives will not convene on Tuesday, Feb….
McConnell explains his vote against impeachment; he does not condone Trump’s ‘disgraceful actions’
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks after the Senate voted 57-43 Saturday in favor of the conviction…
This Week at the Capitol: Future of historical horse racing takes center stage during busy three-day week
With the Kentucky Senate and House convening three days, this week was short on workdays but long on action. The…
Elsmere Police charge registered sex offender with loitering for prostitution — did he approach you?
The Elsmere Police Department has charged a registered sex offender with loitering for prostitution purposes, second offense, for an incident…
Gov. Beshear announces six new regional vaccination sites and other vaccine options
Gov. Andy Beshear announced six new regional vaccination sites across the Commonwealth and said vaccines will now also be available…
Budget Director reports January General Fund increase of 6.6%, Road Fund decrease of 3.2%
The Office of State Budget Director reported today that January’s General Fund receipts grew 6.6 percent compared to January of…
Covington approves fee for IRS consultant; special meeting next week for MS4 fee discussion
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Development of the IRS site is one step closer to reality. Tuesday, again gathering virtually…
Transportation Cabinet has snowfighters out, ready for ice, snow, bitter cold; stay home if you can
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) highway snowfighters prepared for a major winter storm packing damaging ice ahead of snow and possibly…
Plenty of questions, concerns about historic racing in General Assembly; passing legislature not a sure bet
By Brandon Porter Kentucky Today State legislators continue to deal with gambling on historic horse racing in Kentucky, but passing…
Requesting to testify before Ky. lawmakers gets easier as LRC launches online application process
It is more convenient than ever for Kentuckians to request to testify before a legislative committee during the current session…
213 trees, 592 pounds of lights — Covington’s holiday recycling programs save landfill space
Efforts to recycle and repurpose holiday-related waste in Covington this season gathered in over a quarter-ton of burned-out light strings…
City of Dayton seeking candidates to fill vacant seat on city council left by resignation of Tammy Cornett
The City of Dayton City Council is seeking to fill a vacancy created on City Council when City Council Member…
Regional Driver Licensing Office in Burlington issuing REAL-ID-compliant license, for air travel
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced the opening of a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Regional Driver Licensing Office in Burlington. It…
As Black History Month unfolds, Covington’s Commission finds itself more diverse than ever
EDITOR’S NOTE: To be African-American and elected to City office in Northern Kentucky is rare. To be African-American and serve…
Get a COVID-19 test with no-wait drive-through at old IRS parking lot site in Covington; sign up first
Need a COVID-19 test? Here’s a reminder that you can get one for free with little wait in Covington…
Fort Mitchell Fire Department selected by NFPA for Community Risk Reduction pilot program
The City of Fort Mitchell Fire Department has been selected by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as one of…